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UAE participates in 116th Arab Economic and Social

Council, reiterates commitment to strengthening role

of Arab organizations in advancing joint action

By PR News Desk 03/09/2025

The UAE participated in the 116th session of the Arab Economic and Social Council, held at the

headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo from August 31 to September 3, 2025. Chaired by the Republic
of Tunisia and attended by delegations from member states, the session explored prospects for enhanced
Arab cooperation in economic and social fields. Discussions also focused on supporting sustainable

development plans and coordinating efforts on high-priority regional and international issues.

H.E. Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, who headed the

UAE delegation at the meetings, emphasized that the UAE, under the guidance of its wise leadership,
remains committed to actively shaping and implementing economic and social initiatives that foster Arab
economic integration and support the welfare of Arab societies. “The session represents an important
milestone in aligning positions and coordinating joint efforts toward achieving comprehensive

development across the region,” H.E. said.

He pointed out that the items on the agenda address regional priorities amid international shifts,

particularly in enhancing intra-Arab trade, strengthening food and water security, improving the
investment and business climate, advancing digital transformation, and empowering youth and women to

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